Gorditas de Harina Mexican bread

Servings: 6 gorditas
Protein: ~13–15 g per gordita

Ingredients

• 1½ cups shredded mozzarella
• 2 tbsp cream cheese
• 1 cup almond flour
• 1 scoop (30 g) unflavored whey protein isolate
• 1 egg
• 1 tsp baking powder
• ½ tsp salt
• 1 tbsp psyllium husk powder (optional, for a more bread-like texture)

Instructions

1. Melt the mozzarella and cream cheese together until smooth.
2. Mix in the almond flour, whey protein, baking powder, salt, psyllium husk (if using), and egg.
3. Knead until a soft dough forms.
4. Divide the dough into 6 equal balls.
5. Flatten each into a ½-inch (1 cm) thick round.
6. Heat a non-stick skillet over medium-low heat.
7. Cook each gordita for 3–4 minutes per side until golden and cooked through.
8. Let them cool for 5 minutes, then slice halfway through to create a pocket.

High-Protein Fillings

• Grilled chicken + shredded cheese
• Lean ground beef + cheddar
• Shredded beef + queso
• Scrambled eggs + turkey sausage
• Cottage cheese + grilled chicken

Approximate Nutrition (Per Gordita)

• Protein: 13–15 g
• Net Carbs: 3–4 g
• Fat: 12–14 g
• Calories: 190–220 kcal